Code of Ethics & Conduct

Code of Ethics & Conduct

Our Code of Ethics & Conduct reflects Davis-Standard’s commitment to integrity, accountability, compliance, and responsible business practices across our global organization.

Workplace Safety

Provides safe and healthy workplaces in compliance with applicable law and engages employees in efforts to eliminate accidents and injuries.

Respectful Workplace

Prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment, and unlawful workplace conduct in its employment practices.

Fair Employment Practices

Complies with all applicable laws related to working hours, overtime, wages, and employee benefits.

Human Rights

Conducts business in a manner that is not complicit in human rights abuses, including child labor, forced labor, and human trafficking.

Environmental Responsibility

Abides by applicable environmental laws and maintains systems for the safe management of waste, air emissions, and wastewater discharges.

Information Protection

Maintains policies and systems to protect technology infrastructure and confidential information belonging to Davis-Standard, employees, customers, and suppliers.

Recordkeeping

Maintains records in compliance with statutory, regulatory, contractual, and prudent business requirements.

Legal Compliance

Complies with applicable laws and regulations and informs employees of laws and regulations affecting their work.

Fair Competition

Competes through superior performance, never through unethical or illegal means, and deals fairly and honestly with employees, customers, competitors, and suppliers.

Conflicts of Interest

Prohibits conflicts of interest and the use of company assets or information for personal gain.

Anti-Bribery Compliance

Complies with the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and prohibits bribes, kickbacks, improper payments, or inducements.

Trade Compliance

Refrains from unsupported foreign boycotts, procuring equipment from embargoed countries, or transacting with restricted parties identified by applicable jurisdictions.

Non-Retaliation

Will not discipline, discriminate against, or retaliate against anyone who reports a known or suspected violation in good faith or cooperates in an investigation.